News Diggers! Lite Edition 070 Sunday August 4, 2024
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Police killed suspect in custody, reveals HRC
THE Human Rights Commission (HRC) has noted with concern the continued extra judicial killings by Zambia Police, citing the recent killing of a male suspect whilst in custody at Chawama Police. The Commission has, however, commended the police for arresting the officer involved in the killing of the suspect. In a statement, Saturday, HRC Chairperson…...
Chipata July backlash advertised our event for free – Organisers
This week, Chipata City made headlines. Not for the famous N’cwala traditional ceremony of the Ngoni people or the bicycle race known as Choova, but this time, for the Chipata July. Let’s just say, the city’s fashion sense left people wondering what was so royal about the colour blue. For those not in the know,…...
Dandy Krazy narrates how UPND cadres beat him up, stole K8,600 and a “bling-bling watch”
Artiste Wesley Chibambo, alias Dandy Krazy, is one of the most loved entertainers in Zambia, possessing the ability to make people dance to a beat which is only a few seconds long. Last weekend, however, Dandy Krazy was badly beaten by some suspected UPND cadres who also stole his K8,600, some other valuables and even…...
I’ve never seen any record label that has truly helped an artiste – Jemax
Affiliation with a record label is often seen as a golden ticket for artistes, but Jemax has a different perspective. He describes many record labels as unreliable, saying they “ama record label ayengi yabufi” and haven’t genuinely helped any artiste. These labels often promise the moon and the stars, but deliver little, leaving artistes to…...
Wezi says she’s testing different genres in new album
Afro-soul sensation Wezi Mhone is cranking up the tempo in her music career, declaring she’s racing towards the finish line with her next album. In a recent update to her HeartSound fans, Wezi revealed that she’s diving into uncharted musical territories, exploring new dynamics and genres that are a departure from her usual style. Known…...
I voluntarily signed a consent agreement with Muchende – Kaaba
Dr O’Brien Kaaba says the decision to discontinue the defamation suit between Solicitor General Marshal Muchende and himself was made voluntarily out of mutual respect for each other and his personal amends and assurances. The former ACC commissioner says the settlement does not amount to admission of guilt on the part of Muchende. Muchende recently…...
MOD will cooperate with ACC probe, culprits will be dealt with – Lufuma
DEFENCE Minister Ambrose Lufuma says while DLS International Group Limited fulfilled its contractual obligations, his ministry will cooperate with investigative agencies as they investigate alleged corruption and money laundering related to a payment of $5.3 million. He says once investigations are concluded, anyone found wanting will be made to account. On Wednesday, News Diggers reported…...
My wife paid John General K1,000 for a one-on-one meeting, Matero man testifies
THE husband of the Matero woman, who Bishop John General allegedly raped, has told the Lusaka Magistrates’ Court that he heard the accused telling his wife not to waste his time by closing her legs. He also testified that his wife informed him that Bishop John General forced her to have sex, threatening to kill…...
We’re yet to determine origin of recently intercepted drugs – Muchima
HEALTH Minister Dr Elijah Muchima says Law Enforcement Agencies are yet to ascertain exactly where the drugs which police recently intercepted on the Copperbelt came from. Last Monday, police in Chililabombwe arrested five individuals, among them a Congolese national, after intercepting a truck carrying assorted government medicines in various boxes. Copperbelt Police Commissioner Peacewell Mweemba…...
